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Ms. Rachel

MS. RACHEL (Rachel Griffin Accurso) is a passionate educator and award-winning songwriter. She has a masters in music education from NYU. She is currently pursuing a second masters degree in Early Childhood Education. She has done many trainings and courses in areas such as speech development, early childhood development and early intervention. Ms. Rachel believes all children are capable, brilliant and important. Her sweet little son inspires her work, and she is married to the amazing Mr. Aron (AKA Herbie!). They live in New York City.
My First Coloring Book (Ms. Rachel)
Potty Time with Bean (Ms. Rachel)
100 First Words (Ms. Rachel)
Ms. Rachel and the Special Surprise: Encouraging Speech and Learning Through Play and Music

Books

My First Coloring Book (Ms. Rachel)
Potty Time with Bean (Ms. Rachel)
100 First Words (Ms. Rachel)
Ms. Rachel and the Special Surprise: Encouraging Speech and Learning Through Play and Music

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